Trail closed for nesting eagles

February 24, 2012

FINDLAY A portion of Toussaint Wildlife Area has been closed to protect a newly established bald eagle nest, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife.

A pair of bald eagles has built a nest on the dike, which often is used as a trail, and it will be closed until further notice to eliminate human activity near the nest and provide the birds an opportunity to produce offspring. There will be signs posted on the wildlife area designating the closed areas.

The nest can be seen easily from the Toussaint Fishing Access, off SR 19, and provides a viewing opportunity to watch the eagles raise their eaglets.